Emerson C.

It is quite normal for kids to feel fear. As they continue to grow, your grandchildren will face many confusing and frightening things. But you can make a difference, lessening their fears. Statistics show, through their natural growth process, children who feel supported and loved, learn to work through fear in healthy ways. Understanding the pattern of…

Fashion is one of the world's fastest growing industries, and each generation makes its own fashion statements. But there are some things better kept to ourselves. Though many mature adults wish to hide their age by dressing young, or the opposite, stick with what's worn comfortable for decades, the desire doesn't always match the outcome. There are…

No one loves surprises more than a child, whether small or big. Kids enjoy receiving presents, especially when they come from their grandparents, even when it's not a material thing. Surprise them to heighten the impact. 1, 2, 3 -- Fill Your Grands with Glee Finding the surprises your grandkids will love is as easy as one, two, three. Do…

A lot of children beg their parents or even their grandparents for a pet. Dogs are playful, and can help your grandchildren practice responsibility. And who could resist those cute fur babies? But when choosing a dog, you should consider a lot of things, including a dog's disposition, temperament, size, and most especially, your family's…

A child’s mind can absorb information like a sponge absorbs water. Learning at this age is fast and easy. It’s like a blank canvas constantly filled with new painting or images. The role of the grandparents in a child’s brain development is important. What you did for your own children's development works pretty much the same…

Every family has its own challenges -- and sometimes, the difficulty comes when a grandchild does not have a perfect relationship with his/her grandparents. As a parent, it's normal to want your children to have a good relationship with your own father and mother. But being a grandparent is not everyone’s dream come true. On the…

Depression is common in senior adults. As you age, sometimes you cannot avoid being lonely, feeling hopeless, or even helpless. These feelings of sadness are things no one wants in their life. It doesn't have to be this way if you learn some steps to prevent depression as you grow older. Losing interest in the…

Heart disease describes a range of conditions that affect your heart and are a major threat to the health of the elderly. Making sure your heart is as healthy as possible will keep you from numerous possible heart disorders. You are never too young – or too old – to take care of your heart.…

I can only imagine what the world would be like without grandparents. Growing up with both sets of grandparents, I consider myself very lucky because we all live in the same neighborhood. It was very easy for us to spend time with them, though the downside was we never got to travel. A fair trade,…

Here are the seven most common health problems our elderly population has to face: You know you are obese if you met all the following criteria: Triglyceride or cholesterol level of 150mg/dL or higher. When cholesterol level is increased, there is a high risk of atherosclerosis that can cause heart attacks and strokes. A waistline…